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$355+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to California

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SYD — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sydney to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$703
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$355
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$863

Good round-trip deal

$787 or less

Good one-way deal

$477 or less
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to California
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/261:45 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop16h 10mFiji Airways
Wed 10/111:55 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$703
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/109:10 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 9/1411:15 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$752
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/149:25 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
Sun 8/1010:35 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/11$762
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/231:15 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/2311:10 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$765
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:20 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/285:50 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$772
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:20 amSYD - LAX
1 stop23h 48mAir Canada
Thu 12/116:30 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop20h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$775
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/110:20 amSYD - LAX
1 stop17h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/266:00 amLAX - SYD
1 stop31h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$782
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/249:40 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop24h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 10/195:45 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop32h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/9$785
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/29:55 amSYD - LAX
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/410:10 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$787
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/239:25 amSYD - SJC
2 stops26h 05mDelta
Sun 7/279:40 amSJC - SYD
2 stops27h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/12$800
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/259:40 pmSYD - BUR
2 stops29h 56mAlaska Airlines
Fri 8/17:18 pmBUR - SYD
2 stops31h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$814
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/239:40 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop27h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/318:04 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop30h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$820

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Sydney

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/26

1:45 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/1

11:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop18h 50m

$703

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/10

9:10 am-6:00 am

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

11:15 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop14h 50m

$752

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/14

9:25 am-6:20 am

Nonstop13h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/27

10:40 pm-6:35 am

Nonstop14h 55m

$762

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/23

1:15 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

11:10 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop15h 20m

$765

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/22

4:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop17h 10m

San Diego

Thu 8/28

5:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$772

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/24

9:40 pm-5:00 am

1 stop24h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

5:45 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$785

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/2

9:55 am-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

10:10 pm-8:45 am

1 stop17h 35m

$787

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/1

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

10:15 am-6:55 am

1 stop27h 40m

$792

SydneySan Jose

SYD - SJC

SYDSJC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/23

9:25 am-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 05m

San Jose

Sun 7/27

9:40 am-6:35 am

2 stops27h 55m

$800

SydneyBurbank

SYD - BUR

SYDBUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/25

9:40 pm-10:36 am

2 stops29h 56m

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 8/1

7:18 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops31h 27m

$814

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $246). Flying from Sydney to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Sydney to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SYD to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Sydney to California to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to California?

    For a flight from Sydney to California, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 4.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Sydney to California flight route?

    The Sydney Kingsford Smith to California flight path was viewed by 78 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $355. Air Canada flights start at $437 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $455 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to California?

    While some choose either Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Ontario, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Sydney to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from Sydney, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (82%), Air France (82%), Delta( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,857 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $424 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $706.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $246). Flying from Sydney to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Sydney to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$455Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$478Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$501Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$646Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$704Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$727Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$728Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$735Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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